Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Need to Know
Currency
Costa Rican colón (₡)
Language
Spanish and English
Visas
Generally not required for stays of up to 90 days.
Money
ATMs are ubiquitous, typically dispensing colones or dollars. Credit and debit cards widely
accepted, but it's sometimes cash only in more remote areas.
Cell Phones
GSM and 3G systems available, but those compatible with US plans require expensive inter-
national roaming; prepaid SIM cards are cheap and widely available.
Time
Central Standard Time (GMT/UTC minus six hours)
